Allergy, Immunology, and ENT

Walker and Harris emphasize the importance of early hearing loss detection, screening, and intervention to support optimal child development.

In the final part of this 5-part series, panelists discuss new allergy treatments such as Xolair, early immunotherapy, and their broader impact.

In part 4 of this 5-part series, panelists discuss gaps in pediatric food allergy care, stressing better diagnosis, education, and management.

The newly-approved indication is for children aged 4 years and older who weigh 33 < 66 lbs, expanding on the August 9, 2024 approval in children at least 66 lbs.

According to data presented at AAAAI, berotralstat demonstrated a well tolerated safety profile and early and sustained reductions in monthly HAE attacks among patients aged 2 to under 12 years.

In this Q+A interview, Matthew Greenhawt, MD, breaks down a poster presentation from AAAAI / WAO joint congress meeting, highlighting increasing EoE incidence and prevalence.

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The expanded indication now includes children aged 5 through 11 years, in addition to patients aged 12 to 65 years.

Palforzia [Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) Allergen Powder-dnfp] has now launched in the US for children aged 1 through 3 years with a confirmed diagnosis of peanut allergy.

Updated data from the phase 1/2 CHORD trial in 12 children with profound genetic hearing loss were presented at the Association for Research in Otolaryngology’s 48th Annual MidWinter Meeting.

A recap of the FDA submissions and regulatory decisions in pediatrics from January 2025.

Eligible schools have the opportunity to receive 2 cartons of epinephrine nasal spray for use in emergency situations to treat type I allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.

Neffy was first approved in September 2024 to treat type 1 allergic reactions in patients who weigh at least 66 lbs (33 kg).

In an open-label extension of the EPITOPE phase 3 trial, the Viaskin Peanut patch had continued improvement in toddlers aged 1-3 years through 36 months.

Needle-free treatments, such as Neffy and FluMist, offer promising alternatives for children and adults with needle phobia, ensuring access to critical care.

From new topical dermatology treatments for atopic dermatitis to the first nasal spray to treat type 1 allergic reactions, these are our top FDA approvals of 2024.

Pharming Group N.V. plans to include these findings in worldwide regulatory filings in 2025.

Application acceptance was based on positive results with monthly and bi-monthly dosing data from a phase 3 trial.

As the authors emphasized, “Expansion of these services will be essential to meet the needs of patients experiencing food allergy-related anxiety."

The needle-free option to treat type 1 allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, was approved for adults and children who weigh 66 lbs or more on August 9, 2024.

The landmark indication is supported by a couple of pivotal trials assessing dupilumab for patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps, as well as a pediatric severe asthma trial assessing the biologic.

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Availability for the type 1 allergic reactions treatment approved by the FDA in August is expected later this month.

The approval is indicated for adult and pediatric patients who weight at least 66 pounds (30 kilograms).

Wondering how to counsel parents on keeping their child’s immune system healthy through nutrition? Check out these clinical pearls from Colleen Sloan, PPA-C, RDN.